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Sciarid fly nematodes
Sciarid fly nematodes
Sciarid fly nematodes
Sciarid fly nematodes

Sciarid fly nematodes

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These natural biological nematodes will protect houseplants and propagated seedlings from damage by the fungus gnat (also known as sciarid fly or...

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Description

These natural biological nematodes will protect houseplants and propagated seedlings from damage by the fungus gnat (also known as sciarid fly or compost fly).

Damp conditions and organic plant matter provide an ideal breeding ground for the larvae, which feed on plant roots causing damping off and seedling collapse.

Applied as directed, nematodes will attack the larvae and in turn significantly reduce the population of adult flies. Infected larvae will be completely broken down and nematodes will reproduce inside the larvae, releasing more into the surrounding area.

When to use:

Refrigerate promptly upon receipt and use the whole pack within the expiry date (the sooner the better).

For best results outside, use on moist soil between April and August when soil temperatures are above 10°C. Indoors, or in the greenhouse, you can use the nematodes all year round whenever you notice fly activity or damage to your plants.

How to apply:

1. Tip the contents into a 200ml jug of lukewarm water, mixing well until all lumps are dissolved.

2. Fill a container with one litre of water, then slowly pour in your 200ml nematode solution while stirring. You now have 1.2 litres of concentrated solution.

3. Fill a watering can with a coarse rose with 5.4 litres of water, then add in half of the concentrated solution (600ml). This six litres of nematode solution will treat six square metres.

4. Apply immediately as a drench around the roots of your plants, or to pots/containers/seed trays, directly into the growing media/compost.

5. Repeat steps three and four until you have used all the solution.

Fungus fly killer nematodes are harmless to humans, and safe to apply to edible plants. This pack will treat up to 12 square metres or 30 houseplants.

Please note: nematodes are live material and cannot be returned. They will usually have an expiry date of around two weeks. The effectiveness can sometimes vary due to external factors.

Key features:

  • Natural chemical-free control of fungus gnats
  • Can be used at any time of year
  • Treats up to 12 square metres or 30 houseplants

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